Small businesses are sometimes hesitant to change, even when their fellow business colleagues are changing themselves. One of the largest shifts still ongoing is from the use of internal servers to store data to using cloud storage solutions instead. Every small business executive looks at the cost to determine whether the benefits are worth the…
Cybersecurity is not something you can address once and then forget about it. Cyber attacks and threats are ongoing around the clock every day of the year, so you have to have IT security services in place to ensure you’re always protected. And the truth is many cyber attacks originate from inside the office, through…
Sending and receiving emails has become such a normal practice for small businesses today, so it’s easy to underestimate the importance of having a secure email policy. There is always news about a company getting hacked and having their important data compromised, and many times the hacker was able to get into their system via…
When you look at the statistics, it’s very concerning seeing how many small business owners have to close their establishments after a data breach. Some studies have indicated around 60% of small businesses won’t survive a cyber attack in the long term, and most of them have to close their doors within six months afterward.…
Working in the cloud makes doing business easier, no matter how large or small your organization is. If you’ve been on the fence whether to migrate to the cloud as a small business owner, now is the time to speak with cloud managed service providers to see how it can help. Many small businesses are…
One of the biggest topics of discussion today in the information security world is the new General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). The entire idea behind GDPR is to impose stricter rules and regulations on how personal and business information is collected and processed. As with any new regulations like this that come into effect, companies…
Being completely blindsided by a cyber attack can be devastating for any business, no matter how large or small they are. While it’s impossible to predict if or when you’ll experience an attack, having a proactive IT security management strategy can provide an extra level of protection. Business owners often think they are protected enough…
IT service groups have a duty to provide the best managed IT solution for their clients. Every client has different requirements and needs depending on the size of their organization and what projects are in progress at any given time. Many IT service groups have projects of their own going on, which can create a…
The IoT industry isn’t going to be slowing down any time soon. And as it continues growing, the need and demand for support will increase along with the growth. A key component of IT support for small and midsize business owners today is convenience. IoT devices are designed to make workflows, transactions and overall experiences…
Customers always require a high level of support, even if their inquiries don’t require a high level of expertise. This is one of the main reasons why VARs and IT groups are implementing white label help desk services. As with any managed IT solution providers, the better support you’re able to provide your customers, the…